Production Engineer I

Position Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree, ideally in mechanical or industrial engineering or four to six years of equivalent experience

Experience/Skills/Abilities: Two to three years’ experience in manufacturing operations

• Demonstrated drafting skills with emphasis on 3D model manipulation
• Demonstrated the ability to thoroughly interpret the intricacies of detailed manufacturing prints
• Experience in supporting both manufacturing software and hardware. Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage internal customer needs while obtaining sustainable results.
• Proficient in utilizing Microsoft Office tools including Excel, PowerPoint and Word. Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to learn and adapt to new processes is a plus.
• Experience with nationally recognized testing laboratories such as UL (Underwriters Laboratories). Background in sheet metal manufacturing, welding, paint systems and electrical and electronic component assembly a plus.
• Ability to use fundamental lean tools and well versed in problem-solving techniques.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Learn existing processes to develop and maintain manufacturing work instructions associated with fabrication, welding, paint, final assembly and special processes.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing and CI engineers to develop standard procedures for both fabrication and final assembly departments.
• Monitor and track all active MECOs for relevant changes and update composer standard work files as necessary.
• Record and track process based on the demands of metrics.
• Time study to confirm routing accuracy.

General

• Thinks independently, shows initiative and anticipates and prevents problems. Resourcefulness in accomplishing objectives and completing tasks.
• Demonstrates ability to lead and work well in a team environment. Ability to work effectively with multiple departments and employees at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to handle projects and bring to conclusion. Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize resources and project timelines
• Competency in drawing interpretation, spreadsheet analysis, database research and presentation skills
• Works with Supply Chain to implement improvements to technical aspects of manufacturing.

• Develops and implements best practices with standardized work instructions
• Adheres to and promotes the Milbank Family Values
• Cooperates and commits in a team environment to achieve goals and deliverables
• Assists with difficult or complicated challenges using the problem-solving process
• Actively embraces our core principles

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not routinely supervise others. On occasion, however, this individual may be asked to fill in for absent production supervisory personnel. In this role, responsibilities include assigning and directing work, addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Competencies

Continuous improvement and manufacturing at Milbank are team endeavors; communication and teamwork are essential to who we are and how we succeed.

• Speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, demonstrate group presentation skills and ability to conduct meetings.
• Embrace and enjoy a diverse working environment, understanding the strengths that our differences bring to the team.
• Involve the hourly production team members in problem solving and process improvement.
• Foster and encourage an atmosphere of responsibility, quality and pride in all who function on the team
• Have a fundamental understanding of the dynamic needs of the operators and have the flexibility to serve the needs of internal customers.

Travel Required: Occasional; a valid driver’s license and ability to insure employee as a driver under the company auto policy is required.

Hours: Regular 40-hour workweek. Overtime as needed.

Working Conditions: Office and/or manufacturing plant floor setting. Required to sit, stand and frequently move about the facility. Required to use safety glasses and other PPE in specific areas. May occasionally be required to lift or move up to 50 lbs.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented.